WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce passed the budget reconciliation text by a vote of 30 yeas to 24 nays. Upon passage, Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) issued the following statement:

 “Committee Republicans took an historic step today to unleash American energy, bolster our technological leadership, and prioritize health care for the most vulnerable Americans and U.S. citizens,” said Chairman Guthrie. “We make no apologies for putting Americans first, and we will gladly work through a 26 hour markup in order to pursue a more perfect union.”

CLICK HERE to read Chairman Guthrie’s opening statement from the beginning of the markup.

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